Transgender Paralympian Valentina Petrillo Faces Controversy at Paris 2024

Petrillo, a visually-impaired sprinter, has sparked debate over inclusion and fairness in women's sports.

Petrillo, who transitioned in 2019, competed in the women's T12 200m and 400m events.
Criticism from figures like JK Rowling highlights the ongoing debate over transgender athletes in women's sports.
Petrillo's participation has led to mixed reactions, with some seeing it as a triumph of inclusion and others as unfair competition.
The Italian athlete finished with a season-best time but did not advance to the finals.
Petrillo's involvement has reignited discussions on policies and definitions within international para-athletics.